Medical Billing Clerk
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Most Medical Billing Clerks in the United States are women. The workforce as a whole earns a median of approximately $13.30 per hour. Residence is the biggest factor affecting pay for this group, followed by years of experience. While over a third report receiving no health benefits, the greater part do receive medical coverage, and more than a third have dental, as well. Work is enjoyable for Medical Billing Clerks, who typically claim high levels of job satisfaction. The numbers in this rundown were provided by PayScale's salary survey participants.

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Job Description for Medical Billing Clerk

Medical billing clerks are responsible for all aspects of medical billing and payments. This primarily involves working with patients to collect payment on outstanding medical bills. They answer patient questions regarding repayment methods and billing disputes, as well as work with insurance companies, Medicare, and Medicaid to collect payment on medical bills and post received funds to hospital accounts. Medical billing clerks analyze older billing records and make recommendations for payment recovery; they may refer bills for collection after exhausting all attempts to contact patients. They manage billing records (ensuring the accuracy of all information) and work with aged trial balance (ATB) reports to manage claims.

Medical billing clerks work part time or full time in a hospital office environment. The majority of their time is spent working with billing records and patients to resolve disputes, answer inquiries, and collect payments. They work closely with medical personnel to ensure proper billing, checking that all appropriate procedures and no erroneous charges are included in the final bill presented to the patient. They present information and reports regarding outstanding and completed billings to senior hospital staff.

Medical billing clerks must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically, this is an entry-level position. Some senior positions may require an associate’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field or a year or more working as a billing clerk. Medical billing clerks must have excellent customer service skills; proficiency in accounting software and practices, as well as knowledge of insurance procedures, is desired.

Medical Billing Clerk Tasks

Prepare bills or invoices, and record amount due for medical procedures and services.

Contact patients in order to obtain or relay account information.

Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.

Review and retain medical records in order to compute fees and charges due.

Common Career Paths for Medical Billing Clerk

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For Medical Billing Clerks, progressing to a Medical Billing Supervisor role may result in a significant raise. On average, a Medical Billing Supervisor can earn $41K annually. Medical Billing Managers or Billing Clerks are common next-step roles for Medical Billing Clerks moving up in their careers; annual pay for Medical Billing Managers is $13K higher on average, and it's $2K higher for Billing Clerks.

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Popular Skills for Medical Billing Clerk

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Medical Billing Clerks generally report applying a varied skill set to their work. Most notably, skills in Medicare, Accounts Receivable, Collections, and Microsoft Office are correlated to pay that is above average. Most people familiar with Billing also know Medicaid & Medicare Billing and Accounts Receivable.

Pay by Experience Level for Medical Billing Clerk

Median of all compensation (including tips, bonus, and overtime) by years of experience.

For many Medical Billing Clerks, extensive experience does not lead to significantly more money. The average beginner in this position makes around $26K, but folks who have been around for five to 10 years see a markedly higher median salary of $30K. Medical Billing Clerks see a median salary of $30K after reaching one to two decades on the job. Veterans who have worked for more than two decades do tend to make the most in the end; the median pay for this group is $34K.

Medical Billing Clerk Reviews

What is it like working as a Medical Billing Clerk?

Medical Billing Clerk in Kendall Park:

"Not What I Signed Up For!"

Pros: I don't have to answer all calls that come in.

Cons: There are too many responsibilities and not enough time to do everything.